Real Estate

The finding cheers preservationists but forecasts a possible slowdown in development in the city heading in 2021.

Experts who monitor development trends say the future for dense cities like Philadelphia remains something of a question mark heading into 2021.

Bryheim Murray, of BKP group, recognizes that it’s a white industry and, because of that, it’s inherently harder for Black people to get involved.

The new regulations limit building height and ban some exterior building materials as well as roof decks.

The new revenue generated by the 1% tax on residential development is intended to send millions of dollars towards new affordable housing projects.

As Philadelphia sees a boom in multifamily construction, community groups are negotiating with developers. Affordable housing is an elusive target.

The study found that housing prices in the Philadelphia metro are about 10% higher than what the long-term cost trends suggest they should be.

City Council is close to an agreement on a bill that would create a new tax on residential construction and push back a change to the city’s controversial development subsidy.

Philly homeowners were approved for CARES Act aid, only to get rejection letters from the bank — which then reversed its position (again).

City Council unanimously passed the bill targeting real estate wholesalers. Despite Council support, some realtors fear the legislation could backfire.

A bill introduced by Philly City Councilmember Allan Domb and co-sponsors would create protections against scammers plastering the city with 'We buy houses' signs.

A construction impact tax could support small businesses, job growth and affordable housing for those who need it the most in Philadelphia.

A panel of state judges overturned an earlier decision allowing the Philly arts presenter to sell its building, which will destroy a major Isaiah Zagar mural.

Fears of incoming Democratic control in Washington D.C. and baby boomer estate planning needs are fueling investment in certain Philadelphia neighborhoods.

Included are strict new building-height limits, increased parking requirements, and an end to bonuses and exemptions in the name of historic preservation.